973D Track Loader

973D Track Loader

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The Cat® 973D Track Loader is the only track loader in this size class. Furthermore, it leads the industry in operator comfort, performance and versatility. Designed to be productive, this machine will give you complete satisfaction in a wide range of tough applications in the most efficient and productive way. Its design also delivers strength and durability with excellent control and unmatched ease of operation. Discover how much more you can get with this one work force machine …

Engine

Flywheel Power
263.0 hp
Flywheel Power
263.0 hp
Engine Model
Cat® C9 ACERT™
Net Power - Cat
263.0 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249
263.0 hp
Engine Model
Cat® C9 ACERT™
Net Power - SAE J1349
263.0 hp
Net Power - EEC 80/1269
263.0 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249
263.0 hp
Bore
4.41 in
Net Power - SAE J1349
263.0 hp
Stroke
5.86 in
Net Power - EEC 80/1269
263.0 hp
Displacement
537.0 in3
Bore
4.41 in
Stroke
5.86 in
Displacement
537.0 in3
Net Power - Cat
263.0 hp

Undercarriage

Track Shoe Type
Double Grouser, Extreme Service
Track Shoe Width - Standard
21.6 in
Track Shoe Width - Optional
26.6 in
Track Rollers - Each Side
7
Number of Shoes - Each Side
40
Track on Ground
115.3 in
Ground Contact Area - Standard Shoe
4991.0 in2
Ground Contact Area - Optional Shoe
6138.0 in2
Ground Pressure - Standard Shoe
12.4 psi
Ground Pressure - Optional Shoe
10.1 psi
Grouser Height - Double Grouser
1.92 in
Track Gauge
85.0 in
Track Shoe Type
Double Grouser, Extreme Service
Track Shoe Width - Standard
21.6 in
Track Shoe Width - Optional
26.6 in
Track Rollers - Each Side
7
Number of Shoes - Each Side
40
Track on Ground
115.3 in
Ground Contact Area - Standard Shoe
4991.0 in2
Ground Contact Area - Optional Shoe
6138.0 in2
Ground Pressure - Standard Shoe
12.4 psi
Ground Pressure - Optional Shoe
10.1 psi
Grouser Height - Double Grouser
1.92 in
Track Gauge
85.0 in

Drive System

Type
Hydrostatic drive with infinite machine speeds up to 11 km/h (6.8 mph)
Drive Pump
Two, variable-displacement, slipper-type axial piston pumps
Track Motor
Two, variable-displacement, bent axis piston motors
Max System Pressure
6527.0 psi
Type
Hydrostatic drive with infinite machine speeds up to 11 km/h (6.8 mph)
Drive Pump
Two, variable-displacement, slipper-type axial piston pumps
Track Motor
Two, variable-displacement, bent axis piston motors
Max System Pressure
6527.0 psi

Hydraulic System - Implement

Cycle Time - Dump
1.4 Seconds
Cycle Time - Raise
6.5 Seconds
Float Down
2.7 Seconds
Output - Maximum
91.4 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting
3988.0 psi
Type
Closed Center Load Sensing
Cycle Time - Dump
1.4 Seconds
Cycle Time - Raise
6.5 Seconds
Float Down
2.7 Seconds
Output - Maximum
91.4 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting
3988.0 psi
Type
Closed Center Load Sensing

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
164.0 gal
Cooling System
11.6 gal
Crankcase (with Filter)
7.7 gal
Final Drives (each)
7.5 gal
Hydraulic system (Equipment, Power Train and Tank)
89.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank
49.9 gal
Pump Drive Box
1.0 gal
Pivot Shaft
0.8 gal
Fuel Tank
164.0 gal
Cooling System
11.6 gal
Crankcase (with Filter)
7.7 gal
Final Drives (each)
7.5 gal
Hydraulic system (Equipment, Power Train and Tank)
89.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank
49.9 gal
Pump Drive Box
1.0 gal
Pivot Shaft
0.8 gal

Electrical System

Type
24V DC
Battery Capacity
1400 CCA
Battery Voltage
12
Battery Quantity
2
Alternator
95 amp, Heavy-Duty, Brushless
Type
24V DC
Battery Capacity
1400 CCA
Battery Voltage
12
Battery Quantity
2
Alternator
95 amp, Heavy-Duty, Brushless

Weights

Operating Weight
61857.0 lb
Operating Weight
61857.0 lb
Shipping Weight - without Bucket
55997.0 lb
Shipping Weight - without Bucket
55997.0 lb

Buckets

Capacity - General Purpose
4.2 yd3
Capacity - Multi-Purpose
3.92 yd3
Capacity - General Purpose
4.2 yd3
Bucket Width - General Purpose
114.56 in
Bucket Width - Multi-Purpose
112.91 in
Capacity - Multi-Purpose
3.92 yd3
Bucket Width - General Purpose
114.56 in
Bucket Width - Multi-Purpose
112.91 in

Operating Specifications

Max. Travel Speed
6.8 mph
Max. Travel Speed
6.8 mph

Ripper Specifications

Type
Parallelogram
Number of pockets
3
Overall Width/Beam
86.6 in
Shank cross section
74 x 175 mm 2.9 x 6.9 in
Ground Clearance
34.96 in
Penetration
15.6 in
Ripping Width
72.4 in
Cylinders - Bore
5.1 in
Cylinders - Stroke
9.3 in
Addition to Machine Length due to Ripper (in Transportation Position)
23.1 in
Penetration Force at ground level
22500.0 lb
Ramp Angle
28.5 Degrees
Ripper weight (with 3 shanks)
3747.8 lb
Type
Parallelogram
Overall Width/Beam
86.6 in
Shank cross section
74 x 175 mm 2.9 x 6.9 in
Ground Clearance
34.96 in
Penetration
15.6 in
Ripping Width
72.4 in
Cylinders - Bore
5.1 in
Cylinders - Stroke
9.3 in
Addition to Machine Length due to Ripper (in Transportation Position)
23.1 in
Number of pockets
3
Penetration Force at ground level
22500.0 lb
Ramp Angle
28.5 Degrees
Ripper weight (with 3 shanks)
3747.8 lb

Standards

ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS
Brakes
Brakes
Cab
Cab
ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS
Brakes
Brakes
Cab
Cab

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.717 metric tonnes.
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Alternator, 95 amps, 24 V, heavy duty brushless
    • Alarm, backup
    • Horn, electric
    • 2 Maintenance free batteries, 1,400 amps
    • Converter 24V/12V
    • Switch, main disconnect
    • Starter, electric (24V)
    • Four halogen lights, two forward facing, roof mounted; two rearward facing, integrated in A/C unit
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Pressurized, sound suppressed, ROPS/FOPS cab
    • Cab with tinted glass and side sliding window
    • Air conditioning and heating
    • Heater, defroster with automatic temperature control
    • Seat, fabric-covered, air suspended
    • Seat-mounted controls
    • Seat belt, retractable
    • Electronic Monitoring System
    • Array
    • Electro-hydraulic implement control joystick
    • Radio ready, includes 24 to 12V converter, speakers, antenna and two 12 volts power outlets
    • Mirror rearview
    • Coat Hook
    • Adjustable armrest
    • Transmission control, Joystick or V-lever and steering pedals
    • Storage lockable compartment under armrests
    • Floor mat, rubber, heavy duty
    • Windshield washers and wipers, front and rear
    • Durable metal roof
    • Parking brake switch and "brake-on" indicator light
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Caterpillar C9 ACERT diesel engine
    • Modular cooling system for engine air intake, oil and water
    • 24 volt electric starting
    • Electronically controlled, on-demand fan cooling system
    • Extended Life Coolant
    • Fuel priming pump electric
    • Electronic Hydrostatic Control (EHC) for transmission with travel and work modes
    • Closed Loop Hystat transmission with DSR Software
    • Muffler, under hood
    • Water separator
  • UNDERCARRIAGE
    • 2160 mm/85 in track gauge
    • End Section Track Guiding guards
    • Hydraulic Track Adjuster
    • EWL track (40 sections, 215 mm /8.5 in pitch)
    • Five piece sprocket track
    • Seven track rollers, lifetime lubricated
    • Conventional idlers, lifetime lubricated.
    • Oscillating track roller frames
    • Two carrier rollers per track
    • Track Master Link
    • Guard, idler
  • OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Sound Suppression, Exterior
    • Z-bar loader linkage
    • Load sensing variable displacement implement pump
    • Implement cylinders with integrated positioning sensors
    • Operator programmable lift and tilt kickouts
    • Engine enclosure with lockable doors (5 mm/0.2 in perforated holes)
    • Hinged radiator grill
    • 6.35 fins per inch radiator and cooler cores
    • Ecology Drains
    • Hydraulic Oil, HYDO Advanced 10
    • Cab, tilt jack, hydraulic
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Beacon, rotating
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Tank fuel, fast fill
  • HYDRAULIC
    • Hydraulic oil, biodegradable
  • BUCKET
    • General Propose, Slag
  • BUCKET ATTACHMENTS
    • Teeth, extra duty, 8
    • Teeth, penetration, 8
    • Cutting edge, bolt-on
  • UNDERCARRIAGE
    • Track, 500 mm (19.7 in), flat
    • Track, 500 mm (19.7 in), alternates flat and DG GR shoes
    • Track, 675 mm (26.6 in), Trap Hole
    • Array
    • Array
    • Array
  • GUARDS
    • Guard, tilt cylinders
    • Guard, track roller
  • OTHER ATTACHMENTS
    • Radio AM/FM, CD
    • Heater, engine coolant, 120V
    • Heater, engine coolant, 240V
    • Product Link
    • Machine Security System
    • Antifreeze, -50° C (-58° F)
  • 973D VALUE PACKAGES
    • Rear protection STD
    • Rear protection HD
    • Ripper package
    • Maintenance package, deluxe
    • Lights additional, package
    • Protection, windshield, lights
    • Striker bar package
    • Counterweight package
    • Hydraulic 2W, Joystick
    • Hydraulic 3W, MP Joystick
    • Hydraulic 3W, GP Joystick
    • Hydraulic 4W, MP joystick
    • Hydraulic, 2W, 2 levers
    • Bucket GP, 3.0 m³ (3.98 yd³), package
    • Bucket MP, 2.8 m³ (3.6 yd³), package
    • Bucket GP, 3.0 m³ (3.98 yd³), package
    • Bucket GP, landfill, package
    • Bucket wide, 3.3 m³ (4.37 yd³), package
    • Bucket GP, 3.0 m³ (3.98 yd³), HD, pack
    • Bucket MP ES, 2.8 m³ (3.6 yd³), package
    • Bucket MP, landfill, package